What are the responsibilities and job description for the Upward Bound - Program Coordinator position at University of Utah Health?
Details
Open Date 02/14/2025
Requisition Number PRN41189B
Job Title Coordinator, Administrative Program
Working Title Upward Bound - Program Coordinator
Job Grade D
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Mon-Friday 8am-5pm
Saturday 9am-12pm (2x a month)
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00785 - First Generation Programs
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $45,000.00 - $49,000.00
Close Date 05/14/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 03/10/2025
Job Summary
TRIO Upward Bound (UB) is a federally funded program and one of two TRIO programs at the University of Utah. The UB project serves 95 pre-college students annually with a goal of increasing the number of low-income and first-generation students who enter and graduate from post-secondary institutions of higher education within six years. The UB Program Coordinator will assist the UB Manager in the development and implementation of policies, programs, and financial objectives for the project in accordance with the federal guidelines and regulations determined by the U. S. Department of Education.
The UB Coordinator will oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of advising programs that contribute to the academic advising mission of the institution. Utilizes professional advising and guidance skills to assess diverse needs of students and provide appropriate advice related to academic planning and progress leading to high school graduation and post-secondary enrollment.
Responsibilities
Recruit and assist in the selection of UB participants based on federal requirements.
Provide academic advising, counseling, and coordinate tutoring to UB participants. Programs include weekly tutoring at participating high schools, Saturday educational experiences, and a 6-week summer academy residential program.
Establishes program direction and objectives, prepare and administers the budget, and manages available resources (e.g., money, space, staff, supplies, etc.).
Assesses the needs of students and adjusts the structure of the program to address those needs.
Provides significant input and assists in the formulation of overall UB policies and procedures.
Assists in the selection, supervision, and evaluation of student staff.
Provides advising services to students from different backgrounds by performing the duties of an Academic Advisor.
Develops, monitors, and conducts educational seminars and workshops for students.
Develops and prepares advising materials, such as training manuals, brochures, handouts, general information summaries, and newsletters.
Participates in local and national professional associations by serving on planning committees and presenting at conferences and seminars.
Organize promote and conduct involvement to inform parents on higher education opportunities and financial aid including FAFSA .
Maintain participant records and monitor the academic progress of participants
Other responsibilities as assigned by the UB Manager and Project Director.
DISCLAIMER
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalency) in a related field plus one year directly related experience or equivalency. Demonstrated ability to work independently, analyze and make decisions related to program content. Strong coordination and organizational skills required to prioritize conflicting deadlines. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience. (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience.)
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Experience working with TRIO or similar educational programs
Bi-Lingual
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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Salary : $45,000 - $49,000
